DCI Alumni Newsletter
June 2001, Number 8
Newsletter written and prepared by Dan Kuhn and Ayn Allen
Message from the Director
Message from the DCIAA President
Message from the Program Manager
DCI Classes and Seminars
DCI Alumni Doings from Dan's Desk
Contact
DCI 112th Class
Although we can't claim credit, the remodeling work on Tyler continues — (we have some affluent new neighbors in the building!). The entry is now "fresh" and all floors have been refinished. Word is some of the rats are even thinking of moving out now that we've modernized.
Class 112 finished with fine feelings flowing . . . seriously, the six weeks couldn't have gone more smoothly . . . for them and us! Our guest speaker for graduation was Gavin DeBecker of "Hard Ball" Fame, . . . and he was as good as they get! (Class 113's graduation, by the way, will feature Federal Judge Alicemarie Stotler . . . a USC grad!).
Our involvement with the LAPD's "Leadership for the 21st Century" program has been renewed for another year. As co–hosted with UCLA, this special-ed endeavor features folks famous in the field as guest lecturers for one–day retreats for all department personnel captains and above.
As always, let me close with — 1) A thanks for your support, and 2) A plea for scholarship suggestions . . . we'd love any leads!
Dr. W. Garrett Capune
An "Atta Boy" For Our Director
Our Director (Garrett) has been selected by USC President Steven Sample to serve as a University Ambassador for 2001 . . . providing his office with a direct link to campus affairs.
Message from the DCIAA President
Joe Peyton
Robert Frost once stated, "Education is the ability to listen to almost anything without losing your temper or your self–confidence." During the past year and a half, I have enjoyed the privilege of being the President of the Delinquency Control Institute's Alumni Association. As many of you know, the Commission on Peace Officers' Standards and Training has recognized the DCI for outstanding academic excellence in the law enforcement community. The DCI staff continues to educate its students from agencies around the world with quality expertise in a variety of subject matter involving the juvenile justice system. In addition to the outstanding classroom instruction, the students are constantly challenged to think outside the box by pledging to make a difference in their respective communities. It is a rewarding experience to listen to their questions during orientation day and to share their graduation ceremony, which always reflects a new self–confidence and emotional connection with their classmates. It is clear that additional financial resources are needed to continue this distinguished program in the hope of providing sufficient scholarships to the future candidates attending this prestigious six–week course. I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone involved in this program for actively keeping this dream alive. It is the responsibility of every member of the D.C.I.A.A. to continue giving something back to this program to ensure its destiny as the leading educational institution of the juvenile justice system. As you know, the donations are tax deductible and the donors are really investing in more than the education of our law enforcement and juvenile justice system participants. They are protecting the children and the quality of services and expertise needed for dealing with the associated problems in our society. If anyone has any potential donors in mind, please do not hesitate to contact Dan Kuhn, Dr. Garrett Capune, or myself at (213) 743-2497.
Dr. W. Garrett Capune
Message from the Program Manager
Dan Kuhn
Please accept our apologies for not getting the Newsletter out for a while. We sent out several hundred on the occasion of Dan Pursuit's death and we had a staggering 65% return on the newsletters to students homes rather than departments because we found that if the officer had transferred, the newsletter got round–filed. The apparent problem that developed was officers were moving and not letting anyone know about it, including us. The return rate was so high that we've put our DCI Board of Directors on it now, but time will tell . . . especially when we see how many of these come back!!! By the way, if any of you would prefer to have the Newsletter sent to you via e–mail, please let us know as it can be easily arranged. And if you know of anyone that has not received a Newsletter, please have them contact me and we'll correct it. We graduated both the 111th class in October and the 112th class in February. Both were excellent classes and featured two medical doctors from the Philippines.
We honored three retiring Chiefs from the South Bay area at the last graduation. Mel Nichols from Redondo Beach, Val Strasser of Hermosa Beach, and Tim Grimmonds from the El Segundo Police Department. Between these gentlemen, they have amassed a total of 106 years in law enforcement, and all have been outstanding credits to their cities.
-Dan Kuhn
DCI 113th Class — September 10 — October 19, 2001
DCI 114th Class — January 7 — February 15, 2002
DCI 115th Class — September 9 — October 18, 2002
DCI 116th Class — January 6 — February 14, 2003
DCI One Week Seminars
Child Abuse
November 12–16, 2001, Palm Desert
March 11–15, 2002, San Francisco (Pacifica)
May 20–24, 2002, Los Angeles (D.C.I.)
Interviewing Child Victims and Suspects
December 3–7, 2001, San Francisco (Pacifica)
June 3-7, 2002, Palm Desert
Juvenile Justice Update
April 8–12, 2002, Los Angeles
Please keep sending us information on your whereabouts, promotions, new careers, etc. As you know, everyone looks forward to the newsworthy items section to keep track of their classmates. If you don't have time to write, just give me a call at (213) 743–2497.
DCI Alumni Doings from Dan's Desk
- Ross Heaton from the West Covina Police Department, who does an excellent teaching segment on Assessment Centers, apparently did a great job on his own and was promoted to commander. Way to go, Ross, that's reading your own notes!
- Sara King from the Rialto Police Department will soon be instructing at D.C.I.; her expertise is on developing School Resources Officers.
- Ken Mulroney —109th Class from El Segundo Police Department — was responsible for catching a subject who was planning to shoot up a high school in El Segundo. Ken gave some credit to a class on computer crime that he had at D.C.I.; thanks for the plug Ken and great job — GO JETS!
- Dave Gregor — 109th Class from Hawthorne Police Department — was seriously injured while apprehending a felony suspect. Heal up quick, Dave!
- Dan Daniely — 106th Class from Sacramento County Probation Department — was recently promoted to Assistant Chief Deputy Probation Officer and gives D.C.I. credit for preparing him for that role. Thanks Dan, but as I remember, you were pretty sharp to begin with!
- Jim Pappas — 102nd Class from Millbrae Police Department — is now President of the entire California Juvenile Officers' Association. He was also the recipient of the Dan Pursuit Juvenile Officer of the Year Award in Laughlin, Nevada in February. Outstanding, Jim!
- The D.C.I.A.A. now has new officers: Joe Peyton from the Los Angeles Police Department is the President; Linda Spreine of the Orange County Sheriff's Department is Vice–President; Bill Thompson from the Inglewood Police Department is the Secretary. Way to go folks and gook luck!
- Louise Callus — 101st Class — has been promoted to Sergeant at the Laguna Beach Police Department currently assigned to patrol as a Watch Commander.
- Tom Mahoney — 71st Class President — retired as Chief from the South Pasadena Police Department in 1997 and was recently appointed Chair of the Administration of Justice Department at Santa Barbara City College.
- Paul Chabot — 108th Class from the USC Department of Public Safety — was working for former President Clinton in the White House as a Policy Advisor for justice and law enforcement for the Drug Policy Office. Paul told me that when he was interviewing for the position, D.C.I. was the determining factor for his employment. We couldn't be prouder of you, Paul! We just hope you still have a job!
- Mike Vitalich — 110th Class — is now teaching Graffiti Enforcement at D.C.I. Mike is a national expert on the subject and also on writing search warrants, along with identifying and reading the markings. We're proud of you, Mike!
- Bryan Astrachon — 97th Class — was honored in April in Baldwin Park by the American Red Cross for his 10 years of service as an instructor in First Aid, CPR, and Health and Safety Services.
- Derek Driver — 87th Class — retired from the Central Metropolitan Police last year after serving 31 years. Enjoy retirement, Derek!
- Monica Quilano — 100th Class — was promoted to Detective Supervisor shortly after her graduation from D.C.I.
- Mike McCarthy — 106th Class from Sacramento Police Department — was promoted to Captain and is currently in charge of the Detective Division and identification section. Mike gives D.C.I. credit for giving him a leg-up in the promotional process. Thanks Mike and congratulations!
- Perry Brooks — 101st Class President — teaches for D.C.I. and was recently promoted to acting Deputy Director of Parole and Community Services. There's a man on the way up!
- Two recent graduates of D.C.I. from the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department, Maria Gutierrez and Jess Martinez, were both promoted to Sergeants. Nice going guys!
- Andy Key — 107th Class from the South Gate Police Department — was recently promoted to Captain.
- Mark Scott — 98th Class — has retired from the Whittier Police Department and has spent the last four years assigned to a U.S. Customs Task Force at LAX.
- Darrin Sullivan — 103rd Class from the South Gate Police Department — was promoted to Lieutenant (way to go, Darrin!) and his partner Randy Davis was promoted to Sergeant.
- Darrell Lowe — 105th Class from the Santa Monica Police Department — just earned his B.A. in Sociology and his partner Callisa Lutcher was promoted to Sergeant.
- Lee McMillan — 110th Class from Los Angeles Police Department, Swat — has just been accepted to USC's MPA Program. Way to go, Lee!
- John Allen — 108th Class and one of the nicest guy's to go through D.C.I. - was just promoted to Sergeant with the Arroyo Grande Police Department.
- Sheldon Carson — 105th Class from the Los Angeles School District Police — just earned his MPA from LaVerne University. What a great guy!
Please remember that D.C.I. is always looking for donors to keep us going. If you have any leads, please call us and we'll be sure to contact them and send them a Donor's Package.
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